The State Bar will acknowledge receipt of your complaint within 10 working days. The first step in filing a grievance is to complete a grievance form either through the Bar's online submission system, located at cdc.texasbar.If you have an issue with your attorney, the State Bar of Texas (SBOT)'s ClientAttorney Assistance Program (CAAP) may be able to help. In the context of filing a State Bar grievance, the statute of limitations is 4 years from the date of the alleged professional misconduct. Can't Afford a Lawyer? Problems with an Attorney. All complaints regarding attorneys must be received in writing. Richard Wayne Aust must immediately surrender his State Bar. Card and Texas law license to the Clerk of the Supreme Court of Texas or file with the Court an. Experienced Attorney Applicants shall be admitted as provided in Rule 220.